Velvet Chainsaw
JUNE 15, 2022
In my experience, most large conferences this year are realizing about 80 percent of their 2019 revenue performance. For some of the major annual meetings we’re tracking, sponsorship revenue has been a bright spot when compared to exhibit revenue performance. The textbook outcome of a successful sponsorship is improved attitudes and behavior for that brand.
Ungated
JUNE 16, 2022
Mike McGinnis, board president of a condominium in Spokane, Wash., was surprised earlier this year when his community association changed insurance carriers and he discovered that the new policy did not include cybersecurity protection. . “Our debate was paying out an additional $700, which could go to upgrading, say, our security cameras,” McGinnis says.
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WBT Systems
JUNE 14, 2022
A few recent ASAE Collaborate discussions highlighted an alarming trend: a decline in conference attendance, both in-person and virtual.
Wild Apricot
JUNE 17, 2022
If you’re in the midst of planning your membership program, you’re likely thinking about what benefits you can offer to your members and how much to charge for them. Hopefully, you already know that offering more than one membership level.
Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business
For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.
Aaron Wolowiec
JUNE 17, 2022
Jannah Bierens is our Gardian of the Month! She shares her favorite part of learning something new, one of her favorite professional networks, her tip to help retain knowledge as well as her favorite summer activities!
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Candid
JUNE 15, 2022
To MacKenzie Scott and Dan Jewett, . It’s been one year since Candid received the email every nonprofit dreams of: confirmation of your $15 million grant. As requested, we are submitting this brief annual letter on our use of these funds. We have also elected to share it publicly in the spirit of transparency and mutual learning, as well as to illustrate the transformative potential of general operating support. .
Nimble AMS
JUNE 12, 2022
Summer is here and it’s time to break out your swimsuit and flip flops. Celebrate the season of vacations, cookouts, and hammocks with Nimble AMS’ latest release. . We’re constantly updating Nimble AMS to bring you the best features possible to create amazing member experiences and eliminate low-value work. The Summer ‘22 release is no exception—read on to see what exciting enhancements you can expect this summer. .
Bonterra
JUNE 15, 2022
Whether you’re providing shelter for the homeless, mentoring at-risk youth, or anything in between, nonprofit service organizations like yours do incredibly important work to enrich their clients’ lives. And while managing behind-the-scenes operations is vital, doing so inefficiently can take away from your ability to ultimately improve your community.
Event Industry News
JUNE 16, 2022
Sustainability in events is an extremely complex and multi-faceted subject which, faced as a whole, can seem daunting and expensive. At 2Heads , we don’t focus on one particular product solution or a specific list of line-item services. Tricky problems need creative solutions. Especially the conundrum of sustainable event-design which ideally should be considered from day one of the brief and evolved alongside all other main factors like brand experience, content creation and budget management.
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Struggling to generate revenue beyond membership dues? You're not alone. Our free guide, The Ultimate Guide to Non-Dues Revenue for Associations , offers practical strategies to help your organization boost financial health. Inside, you'll explore creative ways to generate income, including: Educational offerings tailored to your audience Event-based revenue opportunities Job boards that drive engagement and income Corporate sponsorship ideas A checklist to evaluate and strengthen your current a
Candid
JUNE 16, 2022
A philanthropy insider once shared during a presentation that foundations develop guidelines so they know to whom to say “no.” Though it sounded cynical and harsh, it also rang true. My years in the field have only served to reinforce the assertion, as I have witnessed the growing trend of foundations undergoing a strategic planning process, then narrowing their guidelines, followed by shifting to an “invitation only” process so they can handpick grantee partners that align with ever-narrowing p
Nimble AMS
JUNE 15, 2022
You owe it to your members to develop a thought leadership-driven culture at your association. According to the Community Brands Association Trends Study , members in their mid and late careers rank insightful industry information as their top association priority. For early careerist members, compelling content is in their top five priorities. When you take the time to develop well-researched thought leadership content, you’ll boost organizational awareness and increase member retention.
Bonterra
JUNE 16, 2022
We’ve all experienced the challenges of building and retaining strong constituent relationships. As an organization doing social good, you have various constituents with different relationships to your cause. From donors to corporate partners to staff, these supporters help to drive your mission forward in their own unique ways, which makes it essential to manage and nurture all of your constituent relationships.
Blue Avocado
JUNE 13, 2022
Are you a dog or a cat person? I don’t mean your preference for a pet. If you show up to a meeting barking and clawing to make your point, you might be a dog person. If you lay back during the decision-making process but circle back to pee on outcomes you don’t like, you […]. The post Ensuring Dogs and Cats Get Equal Scratch in Decision-making appeared first on Blue Avocado.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
HighRoad Solution
JUNE 15, 2022
In a recent presentation at the Marketing Membership and Communications Convention (MMCC) hosted by the ASAE Center for Association Leadership , two of HighRoad's very own senior digital advisors, Nicole Crilley and Emily Nash, spoke on the topic of optimizing marketing campaigns for results. They presented to a captive audience of association marketers, program managers, and other professionals, looking to modernize the way they connect with their members and search for new ones.
GrowthZone
JUNE 14, 2022
AMS stands for Association Management Software. This type of software offers associations and other member-based organizations the tools to run their day-to-day operations and provide services to their members. How can an Association Management Software help my organization or me? A robust AMS typically saves associations time and money by streamlining their data management and increasing efficiency.
Event Industry News
JUNE 17, 2022
Revelland is a European collaborative network that aims to make live music more inclusive and accessible for people with disabilities. . Funded by Arts Council England , Creative Europe , and Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds , Revelland has created Go Beyond , a unique video toolkit for musicians to support them in creating multi-sensory immersive live music experiences. .
Sequence Consulting
JUNE 17, 2022
Reading Time: 4 minutes ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERSHIP IS THE FUTURE FOR MEMBERSHIP GROWTH Group Membership is Not a Growth Strategy Many associations have “group” membership, which usually amounts to a modest volume discount, sometimes with a single invoice. The idea is that companies will want to pay for their employees’ memberships if they get a price break and a convenient … Continue reading "Organizational Membership: The Future of Membership Growth".
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
AssociationChat
JUNE 15, 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE . June 15, 2022. ANGELA KISSKEYS NAMED ASSOCIATIONS NORTH PRESIDENT. 15-year association veteran to lead the association community’s professional organization in the upper Midwest. MINNEAPOLIS – Associations North, the leading trade association for non-profit associations in the upper Midwest, announced today that Angela Kisskeys has been promoted to President of the organization.
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JUNE 14, 2022
We know how frustrating it is trying to keep up with changes made on social media so we did the research for you and put it together in a 30+ page e-book. This was originally a bonus from the webinar Social Media Trends for Nonprofit Communicators in 2022 , but we’re making it available to everyone for a limited time. It contains data for each channel on: Demographics.
Event Industry News
JUNE 17, 2022
For many event professionals, the journey to become a more sustainable experience can happen over several event editions. For others, the race is on to become sustainable and match industry audience expectations today. Case in point, Global Offshore Wind organised by RenewableUK, held at ExCeL London for its return to in-person in September 2021. RenewableUK is the UK’s leading renewable energy trade association, representing the interests of over 400 companies.
Sequence Consulting
JUNE 17, 2022
Reading Time: 4 minutes What if you could gain hundreds or even thousands of members at a time? Sound too good to be true? Not if you do group memberships right. Why “Group” Membership Don’t Work Many associations have “group” memberships, which usually amount to a volume discount, sometimes with a single invoice. The idea is that companies will … Continue reading "Do Groups Right for Quantum Growth in Membership".
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GrowthZone’s 11th annual survey highlights trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the membership industry through insights from U.S. and Canadian association professionals. Get your copy of the 2025 Association Survey Results Report to see how your organization measures up: The biggest challenges associations are facing Membership retention trends and non-renewal insights Strategies for automatic renewals and reinstatements Shifts in member engagement tactics Why members are joining (and sta
PROPEL
JUNE 16, 2022
Remember that great leader that you worked for that had zero sense of who they were and was completely unaware of the impact they were having on others at the office? Yeah, me neither. If you created a venn diagram with two circles, one of which was “great leaders” and the other was “people who know themselves well,” the great leaders circle would be entirely inside the people who know themselves.
AssociationChat
JUNE 15, 2022
MASAE is excited to announce a new interactive program for members who serve as a chief staff position for their organization. Our new Virtual Executive Peer group was created to provide a forum for members to engage with MASAE and each other and provide a platform for member-generated content. . The one-hour peer groups will be held on five Thursdays in the summer: July 14, 2022 at 12:00 p.m.
Event Industry News
JUNE 16, 2022
Event Tech Live (ETL) London, the brand’s flagship show, moves to ExCel in November and its acclaimed Launchpad initiative will make the trip too. . Launchpad does the crucial introductions between next generation event tech and industry buyers/investors, running alongside is the globally acclaimed Launchpad Competition. A trigger for countless success stories, the Launchpad competition is open exclusively to start-up exhibitors, organisers have taken steps to heavily subsidise the area with hel
Nonprofit Marketing Guide
JUNE 17, 2022
Acre. Auburn, AL. Happy Friday, everyone. Let’s get into the most helpful articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. This week we have some ideas for TikTok, some Instagram news, call to action tips, Pride email examples, and more. It’s time for some Mixed Links… Flori Needle shares 15 TikTok Content Ideas for Businesses.
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Is messy, outdated, or duplicate data making it harder to track engagement, revenue, and performance? Poor data quality can slow your organization down and prevent you from making informed decisions. With The Dirty Data Guide , you'll discover: Practical steps to clean your data and maintain accuracy over time. A checklist to help your team implement data hygiene best practices.
Sequence Consulting
JUNE 17, 2022
Reading Time: 4 minutes What if you could gain hundreds or even thousands of members at a time? You can with the right group membership. Why “Group” Membership Doesn’t Work Many associations have “group” membership, which usually amount to a volume discount, sometimes with a single invoice. The idea is that companies will want to pay for more employees’ … Continue reading "The Right Way To Do Group Membership For Real Growth".
CMA Solutions
JUNE 16, 2022
Search engine optimization (SEO) moves your brand forward. If you plan to build your brand in 2022 with a digital marketing solution, SEO must serve as the foundation for the entire campaign. It should be your No. 1 thought—not an afterthought—because It is a highly cost-effective tactic that gets results. Let’s look at the research: a search engine, such as Google, Yahoo or Bing, is the first step in the majority ( 68% ) of online experiences, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that organic search a
Event Industry News
JUNE 13, 2022
Goldenvoice, the Los Angeles-based concert promoter and live event company, announced today that Mark Girton will serve as VP, Special Events at Empire Polo Club — home to the world-famous Coachella Valley Arts & Music Festival and its country-music counterpart, Stagecoach. Girton was most recently SVP of Special Events at AEG Presents, the live event company which owns Goldenvoice.
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